Manuel Ugarte ‘breakthrough’ and two Man United deals ‘no longer’ possible, says Fabrizio Romano

Fabrizio Romano has detailed a potential ‘breakthrough’ in Manchester United’s pursuit of Manuel Ugarte, while two other deals are ‘no longer’ possible.

Following the signings of Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui last week, the Reds are looking to finalise the last additions to Erik ten Hag’s squad in the coming weeks.

United secured Leny Yoro and Joshua Zirkzee earlier this summer and are now focused on enhancing their midfield.

Manuel Ugarte is still the preferred option to strengthen the engine room at Old Trafford, but they are also looking at alternative options.

Yet, Fabrizio Romano has detailed a potential breakthrough in the deal for the PSG midfielder, with the French club recommending an initial loan deal, with an obligation to buy.

“Manuel Ugarte has always been the priority midfield target for Manchester United, but the issue has always been the price,” explained Romano in his Daily Briefing.

“Now, what’s going on together with Paris Saint-Germain and Ugarte’s agent Jorge Mendes is that there are discussions ongoing over a potential loan with an obligation to buy.

“So, it would essentially still be a permanent transfer for Ugarte to Man United, but it allows United to start paying from next summer and probably to spread the payment out over the next few years. Negotiations are ongoing, so let’s see if the clubs can find a solution.”

However, the Italian journalist has also addressed two other potential deals. Sander Berge was one of the options for United if they moved away from Ugarte but he is ‘no longer’ available due to an agreement to move to Fulham.

This, in turn, means that The Cottagers will no longer move forward in a potential deal for Scott McTominay.

“Ugarte, as I always said, is pushing like crazy to join Man United – he is insisting to get this move, and now United are working to get it done,” added Romano.

“It’s also worth noting that one of their alternatives, Sander Berge, is no longer available as he’s been in London to have a medical with Fulham.

“This also means Fulham are not signing Scott McTominay.”

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